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Thread: 57 Rat 4x4
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10-10-2008, 12:11 AM #1Newbie
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57 Rat 4x4
Hey guys I'm a brand spankin newbie.I live in Phx. az. The wheather is just starting to get nice.I'm an old guy and I just bought a 79 chev.1ton 4x4 with a 454 HO crate motor and 35" tires etc.I've been a transmission tech for a long long time .I'm a double Master with ford motor co.and ASE certified in all.I chose to work on fords because I knew they'd always break and I'd make a decent living.I have always owned chevys ,Chev drivetrain motorhome just sold my 56 chev 2dr belaire but still have me 57 chev.2 dr 210 car that is sitting on a Dodge 4x4 powerwagon.I used to work for a chassis builder in Michigan building pro stock race cars.I've been a chassis man for 7 years.I have a problem with leaving things alone.I want to get that 57 off that Dodge and slide it on the 79.I know people think I'm crazy but I'm tired of the under powered dodge and want that big rat in there.It will be a 57 car on a 1 ton chev w/locker rear end ,dual tanks,beefed up turbo 400,35 in tires on trick wheels,oh yeah and a/c for us old folks,gotta stay cool.Besides 4 wheelin the car still looks good enough to take it down Central on Saturday nite.I also have an all original 1963 dodge the is still pretty cherry that we take out once in awhile.I've been a Gearhead since I'd watch the older guys in my old neighborhood allways working on their hot rods up in Detroit.Well anyway that's me ,I'm sure I'll be begging you guys for help like on my sliding/tilt front end.If you think I could ever help any of you give me a holler.
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10-10-2008, 12:21 AM #2Moderator
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Damn, welcome to the site! You have tons of experience and an awesome collection of toys. Share some pictures when you get a chance.
Darcy
Washington State
2006 Silverado 2500HD LT3 4X4 CC SB Duramax LBZ
Tuff Country 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/T's on 20" Ultra Peacemaker wheels, Quadzilla Stealth2 programmer, Diamond Eye 5" cat-back exhaust, factory Special order color Yellow.
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10-10-2008, 12:38 AM #3Newbie
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What a awsome silverado! Will get some photos together.By the way who's that under your left front tire?
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10-10-2008, 12:44 AM #4Legend
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Welcome to the site, from another "old guy"! I'm sure your experience will be utilized around here. Have fun with the projects!
2010 Z/71 Colorado C/C
Black 4X4 w/5.3L V8
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2007 Winnebago Adventurer
w/8.1L Chevy & Allison 6spd.
Canyon Lake, Texas
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10-10-2008, 01:12 AM #5Newbie
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Retired 2001
Hey guy I just retired this year myself.I hung up my air hatchet in May.I have a 30'x30' shop in the back yard.I have a 11k lift and all the iron and gadgets to get most things done.Also have 3 grown boys with all their rides to deal with,it keeps me busy.I've got the boat ready and my poles and gear and me and the wife are going fishing /camping for 3 days starting Monday.I smile when I'm watching the tube on Sunday nite and I get that old feeling I better get to bed cause I ...oh wait thats right I'm retired
! hope to chat with you again soon.
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10-10-2008, 06:14 AM #6Legend
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Welcome to the forum! Great to have a man of your experience! Looking forward to seeing those pictures!
Matt
Hallsville, TX
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10-10-2008, 11:51 AM #7Legend
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Welcome to the forum! Sounds like you have an awesome project going on there. Can't wait to see some pictures
Dan
1999 GMC Sierra 2500 350 vortec
1967 Jeep M725 ambulance 230 tornado
1990 Cherokee Limited- 3 inch lift on 33's
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10-10-2008, 12:51 PM #8Legend
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welcome! ccant wait to see some pics
Ryan
2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4x4 (the Yellow Jacket)
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Detroit Loccers
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2004 Sierra crew cab, 2wd, 5.3 V8
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